Placer Gold Deposits of Arizona by Maureen G. Johnson
Research Arizona’s historic placer-gold districts with Placer Gold Deposits of Arizona by Maureen G. Johnson. This valuable prospecting reference is a reprint of U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin 1355, originally published in 1972.
Organized by county, the book catalogs the locations, geology, production history, and development of more than 90 placer districts across Arizona. It is an excellent starting point for prospectors, metal detectorists, researchers, and anyone interested in the state’s rich gold-mining history.
County-by-County Placer Gold Information
The guide organizes Arizona’s placer districts geographically, making it easier to research specific regions and compare nearby gold-producing areas. Coverage includes:
Because the original report was published before La Paz County was created, some locations now within La Paz County may be listed under their historical Yuma County designation.
More Than 90 Arizona Placer Districts
Each district entry provides historical and geological information that may include:
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Placer location and geographic setting
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History of discovery and development
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Recorded gold production
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Character and distribution of placer deposits
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Associated geology
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Source areas for placer gold
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Historical mining activity
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References for additional research
This information can help prospectors understand where placer gold was historically recovered and the types of geological environments associated with those deposits.
Includes Arizona Placer Gold Map
The book includes a large 20 x 20-inch map showing reported placer-gold locations across Arizona. The map provides a useful statewide overview and helps readers connect individual district descriptions with their broader geographic setting.
Historical Production Information
In addition to individual district descriptions, the report includes a section covering gold production from Arizona placer deposits. This historical data can help readers compare districts and identify areas that produced placer gold in meaningful quantities.
Product Features
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Reprint of U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin 1355
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Written by Maureen G. Johnson
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Covers more than 90 Arizona placer districts
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Organized by county
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Describes deposit locations, geology, and production
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Includes historical mining information
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Features a large Arizona placer-gold map
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Includes a bibliography for additional research
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Compact paperback format
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Useful for field research and trip planning
Specifications
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Title: Placer Gold Deposits of Arizona
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Author: Maureen G. Johnson
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Original publisher: U.S. Geological Survey
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Series: USGS Bulletin 1355
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Original publication year: 1972
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Format: Paperback reprint
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Page count: 103 pages
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Book dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
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Included map: Approximately 20 x 20 inches
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Geographic coverage: Arizona
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Subject: Placer gold deposits, geology, and historical production
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Language: English
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High Plains Prospectors SKU: 5446
Ideal For
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Arizona gold prospectors
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Metal detectorists searching for placer gold
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Gold panners and drywashers
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Mining-history researchers
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Geology students
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Rock and mineral clubs
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Prospectors researching new areas
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Anyone studying Arizona’s historic placer districts
Important Prospecting Reminder
This publication documents historical placer locations and should not be treated as proof that an area is currently open to prospecting. Land ownership, mining claims, regulations, and access conditions may have changed substantially since the original report was published.
Before entering an area or removing material, verify current land status, active mining claims, access rules, and applicable federal, state, tribal, and local regulations.
Whether you are researching from home or preparing for an Arizona prospecting trip, Placer Gold Deposits of Arizona offers a detailed historical foundation for understanding where placer gold has been found and the geology associated with those discoveries.
A reprint of the Original US Geological Survey Bulletin 1355. This publication is a catalog of locations, Geology, and production from the placer districts of Arizona. Over 90 Arizona Placer District covered in this publication.
